Take a spooky stroll through the streets of downtown Asheville on this ghost walking tour. Led by an expert local guide, learn about the area’s hair-raising tales and dark history, like the woman who haunts the Omni Grove Park Inn, the body entombed in the wall of the Basilica of St. Lawrence, and much more. It's a fascinating, spine-tingling adventure.

Visit downtown Asheville in a new light—a haunted one
See historic buildings and sites, learning all about their dark history
Your guide provides deep, local-level insight to enliven your Asheville experience
Learn about—and try—ghost-hunting in real life

What To Expect

Pack Square

An Asheville mayor killed himself in the Jackson building. How may people have jumped from the top? And why is there a bulls-eye on the sidewalk below? Learn about the ghoul of the old jail, Thomas Wolfe’s ghost, Helen’s Bridge, and more!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grove Arcade

Hear the controversial story of the murder of Helen Clevenger in the Battery Park Hotel, and why a blood-red haze is said to appear around her murder-room window on the anniversary of the tragedy.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of Saint Lawrence

This building’s architect is entombed in the wall of this church, and his apparition is seen roaming in the night, gazing, in awe, at the world-class dome he constructed with a secret method.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thomas Wolfe Memorial

The spirits of the great author (Look Homeward, Angel), and his brother, roam the halls of this storied mansion. Thomas Wolfe even wrote about spirits before he died at age 37. Wait till you hear the full story!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pritchard Park

This is where troops rallied before the “Battle of Asheville” in the Civil War. Southern ghosts still violently shove some people to the ground, and spectral drums are heard beating in the night.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
A moderate amount of walking is involved, comfortable walking shoes are strongly advised
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Include

Local guide

Exclude

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off